The Stories Hats Carry: Power prompts
As a writer, people give me stories. Sometimes, they come in words—fragments whispered over coffee, the quiet confession of a stranger, the weight of a…
The Earth Opened
When the earth cracked open and the sky rained fire, author Mark R. Clifford emerged from the ashes of Mount Pinatubo. When the streets whispered…
Join Author Mark R. Clifford for an Inspiring Journey into Autobiographical Fiction!
Discover how storytelling can illuminate the past, reshape the present, and inspire the future.
In Honor of Veteran’s Day: A Veteran’s Story
Trapped in a Quonset hut as Mount Pinatubo erupted, Marine Staff Sergeant Mark Clifford and his men faced suffocating darkness and scalding ash, fighting for…
AN AUTOMATION PARADOX: JOHN HENRY IN THE AGE OF ROBOTS
Automation renders many humans obsolete. The legendary struggle of John Henry, immortalized by Johnny Cash’s famous ballad, serves as a cautionary tale for institutions like today’s…
Lava Leadership: Lessons learned from a volcanic crucible
Leadership is the alchemy that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. My gripping “lead to gold” story’s vivid images will transport you to the heart…
Pleasant Hill Writers Panel - March 11, 2024
Uncover the riveting stories behind local authors' must-read novels at the Pleasant Hill Library's Author Panel. Hear how real-life experiences inspire unforgettable fiction during this…
Heroes for Hope: Heroes vs. AI
The rise of artificial intelligence is drastically changing the world we live in. For first responders on the frontlines, adapting to new AI technologies presents…
Financial Intelligence Interview
From battlefield to police beat: 'Typhoon Coast' unveils an all-American hero's transformation through war's trials, personal healing, and post-traumatic growth.
What's Really Happening: Guinea Pigs and Pop Tarts
Mark recounts his experiences in 1991 as a young Marine buried during Mount Pinatubo's eruption; discussing the importance of mental health.
That time when my brain took an Unauthorized Coffee Break
A Stroke is no Joke, and neither is this Post I have become a cautionary tale. Every 40 seconds, someone suffers a stroke in America.…
Tango Alpha Lima: American Legion Podcast
Mark encourages fellow veterans and first responders to embrace creativity through writing, blogging, or podcasting to share their own stories.
The Adventures of Snakeman 248: Unleash the Extraordinary Within!
In the realm of captivating storytelling, author Mark R. Clifford has taken his Typhoon Coast adventure novel series to new heights with the creation of…
Apocalypse ‘91 Unmasked: Don't Panic
On June 15, 1991, the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo in the Philippines marked history’s most catastrophic volcanic eruption in a densely populated area. The eruption…
Snakeman: Creating Compelling Cop Characters in Fiction
My journey from cop to writer is summed up in the title of Bob Dylan’s 1975 masterpiece, “Tangled up in Blue.” Creating compelling police characters…
Heroes for Hope: Struggle Well
Chris Murphy endured six combat deployments, but post-traumatic growth helped him rise from despair and discover new purpose in life.
Heroes for Hope: Hope in Dark Times
"The Guardian of The Golden Gate" Kevin Briggs, featured on Heroes For Hope, is credited with saving over 200 lives from suicide attempts at the…
Super Survivor
“Trauma is hell on earth. Trauma resolved is a gift from the gods.” —Doctor Peter A. Levine Johnny Cash sang, “Love is a burning thing, and it makes a fiery ring.” I burn more today than last year. The post-traumatic…
Heroes for Hope: A Man Unbroken
In the bloodied darkness Sergeant Scott Fraser momentarily mistakes a hail of bullets for bees swarming his Marines. Hear how he found hope and healing…
Heroes For Hope : Surviving Grief
Millions of Americans are grieving at this moment. Mike Bernhardt lost his wife 31 years ago. Hear how he channels grief to rally the art…
Brentwood Literary Stroll 2023
Mark will be a featured author at the Brentwood Literary Stroll, May 7, 2023.Hear Mark’s story behind his epic treasure hunt adventure “Typhoon Coast”. He’ll…
Heroes for Hope: Taken in Ukraine
The incredible and inspiring story of an American POW held by Russian soldiers in Ukraine. Follow the struggles and triumphs of a brave volunteer soldier…
Heroes for Hope: Vets in Action
Dive deep into the story of a veteran who followed his passion for helping victims of disasters, using his experiences to make a profound impact.
Heroes For Hope: Rising Beyond The Ashes Thriving Beyond 9/11
Our guest Eric “Rock” Ramos was the FIRST documented responder at Ground Zero. Standing in horror, Rock radioed-in Flight 11 striking 1 World Trade Center.…
Heroes for Hope: Las Vegas Mass Shooting Survivor Tells his Story
October 1, 2017 was a day that changed the lives forever for those who were in attendance of the Route 91 Harvest Festival on the…
Heroes for Hope: Heroes vs our new A.I. Overloads
Deep dive into stories and healthy practices of survivors and turn trauma into superpowers. Join author, US Marine Corps veteran, and retired Police Sergeant Mark…
Heroes for Hope: Thriving Beyond Trauma
“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.”—Joseph Campbell (1949), The Hero with a Thousand Faces Does the news leave you uneasy about a financial crash, climate change, the next world war, politics, social media, or pandemic pandemonium? We all…
Camp Southern Ground
Met many wonderful people at the Halloween book signing! Your generous donations will benefit our veterans at Zac Brown’s Camp Southern Ground Warrior Week. Check…
SiSi Caffe
9 AM – Noon 910 Country Club DriveMoraga, CA Join us for a Typhoon Coast book signing by the author, Typhoon Coast inspired art, Car…
FCC Free Radio
Sunday noon to 3 on fccfreeradio.com in studio 2b. I’ve got author Mark Clifford back on the show. I’ve got real extraordinaire Jinelle Marshall In…
